Valerie Bailey-Hearns, from Statesboro, started the Bailey Boys Car Seats program after a tragic car accident took the lives of her grandsons and their mother.
This week, she received the Champion for Children Award for her work in helping families ensure safe rides. The award was given at the Safe Kids Worldwide International Childhood Injury Prevention Convention (PrevCon), a gathering of over 600 safety professionals.
The award honors those who have made a significant impact in the field of child injury prevention.
Author's summary: Valerie Bailey-Hearns received the Champion for Children Award for her work.